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Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

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Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon

Courtesy of Maya Davis; Photos by Akilah Toney

“a girl called maya” writes, produces, and performs in new song

Maleigh Crespo, Editor in Chief April 12, 2024

Music industry studies junior Maya Davis known as “a girl called maya” on social media and streaming platforms released her debut single “begin again” with sophomore Corey “CJ” Sanders. Davis...

Disabled Student Assembly forms on campus

Disabled Student Assembly forms on campus

Sydney Piglia April 12, 2024

The Disabled Student Assembly is a recently chartered organization Loyola that aims to end stigmas and cultivate community for students with disabilities and their allies. DSA President Kaley Delker...

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“Loss of Life”: An experimental effort

June Fernandez, Reviews Editor April 12, 2024

Since the success of their first album “Oracular Spectacular,” MGMT has been an experimental group. The iconic indie band has become known for their use of various instruments, sounds, and themes to...

The Kissing Disease speaks with 4WWLs Brheanna Berry after a French Quarter Fest performance teaser on April 11, 2024. Screenshot of live broadcast.

Students prepare to perform at French Quarter Fest

Sophia Maxim, Managing Editor for Print April 10, 2024

Loyola student musicians are gearing up for French Quarter Fest this weekend. For the second year, the music department will sponsor the Esplanade in the Shade Stage at the New Orleans Jazz Museum. Loyola...

The students of Green Roofs are COOL alongside Director of Environmental Law Marianne Cufone; Back row from left to right: Leila Avery, Michael RIchard, Leonard Khan; Front row from left to right: Erin Gillen, Abby Tamburello, Marianne Cufone, Nikandra Morales, Anna Upman

Students win big with “Green Roofs are COOL”

Dajah Saul, The Wolf Editor April 5, 2024

Director of Environmental Law Marianne Cufone, alongside a team of dedicated Loyola students, collaborated on a new environmental initiative titled “Green Roofs are COOL,” which won $10,000 for a promotional...

Professor and costume designer Kacie Thomassie instructs student about fabric scraps.

Sewing Sustainability: Costume Shop promotes sustainable fashion culture

Isabella Castillo, Sports Editor April 5, 2024

While sewing, cutting, and constructing the theater department’s custom wardrobe, the crew behind the Loyola Costume Shop also works to cultivate a conscious fashion culture within Loyola. Working...

Loyola student Kaleigh Barrilleaux (right) react to Bachelor Joey Graziadeis proposal to Kelsey Anderson at The Boot on March 25, 2024.

New Orleans local wins final rose from “The Bachelor”

Sophia Maxim, Managing Editor for Print March 26, 2024

Kelsey Anderson, a New Orleans local, received a final rose and engagement ring from Bachelor Joey Graziadei on the final episode of "The Bachelor" yesterday. Graziadei revealed he will move to New Orleans...

Ayotemi (left) and Samwyse (right) vibe-out at the 2018 Freret Street Festival in New Orleans.  These two Loyola Seniors have consistently released music and performed together as well as independently for the duration of their careers at Loyola.

Loyola takes on Freret Fest on stage and behind the scenes

Violet Bucaro, Assistant News Editor March 22, 2024

The School of Music and Theatre will return to Freret Street Festival, and as festival sponsor, will collaborate on stage and behind the scenes. The annual art, music and food festival, which began...

Loyola-Sodexo chef Matthew Box’s award-winning seafood gumbo is served with crackers in the winner’s trophy in the Orleans Room on March 22, 2024.  Box’s gumbo won judges’ choice in the seafood category.

Sodexo chef wins gumbo cook-off

Maleigh Crespo, Editor in Chief March 22, 2024

Loyola-Sodexo executive chef Matthew Box won the United Way of Southeast Louisiana’s 22nd annual “Got Gumbo?” cook-off where he competed against Restaurant Revolution, Tulane-Sodexo, and other local...

A crowd of Tulane and Loyola students at The Boot react with enthusiasm to Kelsey receiving the last rose and becoming a Bachelor finalist.

“The Bachelor” season 28 captivates college audience

Sophia Maxim, Managing Editor for Print March 22, 2024

Students cheered and gasped in reaction to reality TV drama at The Boot on Monday. The ongoing season of “The Bachelor” has captured the interest of Loyola and Tulane students with its unique connection...

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‘eternal sunshine’: Ariana Grande turns heartbreak into gold with her most personal album yet

Frankie Esteves, Associate Producer March 22, 2024

Ariana Grande is no stranger to the spotlight, but over time, she’s gotten good at playing it. Unlike the average person, Grande has experienced her fair share of personal traumas under the scrutiny...

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“The Sweet East” review: An esoteric odyssey for the chronically online

Mia Oliva, Life & Times Editor March 22, 2024

If a split screen sensory Tik Tok was adapted into a film, the result would be Sean Price Williams’ directorial debut, “The Sweet East”. The film follows Lillian (Talia Ryder), a highschooler...

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